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Musical Linguistics: How Music And Artistic Creativity When Delivered As A Linguistic Practice, Help Students Master Academic Skills In English Language Arts, Cynthyny Ann Lebo
Musical Linguistics: How Music And Artistic Creativity When Delivered As A Linguistic Practice, Help Students Master Academic Skills In English Language Arts, Cynthyny Ann Lebo
Theses Digitization Project
This Masters project consists of two elements: 1) an integrated after-school program to improve student English language reading and academic outcomes for third graders' vocabulary development by incorporating music, artistic creativity and linguistics; 2) a pilot sample curriculum that demonstrates the approach for building student comprehension through musical theater and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) content experiences. Called "Water Buddy", this is an after-school program uses singing, dancing, writing, and play to build reading and vocabulary skills. The goal is to improve learner academic outcomes by mastering the elemental building blocks of words, letters, symbols by making memorable the …
Confluent Education: Curriculum Developed To Create Connections For Students, Blythe Ariana Wilson Fuge
Confluent Education: Curriculum Developed To Create Connections For Students, Blythe Ariana Wilson Fuge
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to develop a confluent interdisciplinary unit for use by other teachers. Confluent education focuses on teaching the affective and cognitive domains in a seamless approach in which the education of both domains are part of the objectives in the lessons. Includes lesson plans.
The Importance Of Differentiated Instruction To Student Involvement, Motivation, And Learning, Emily Christine Fandino
The Importance Of Differentiated Instruction To Student Involvement, Motivation, And Learning, Emily Christine Fandino
Theses Digitization Project
This study was focused on what differentiated instruction is, what it takes to have a differentiated classroom, and if differentiated instruction really helps increase student motivation, engagement, and learning. Two classes of eighth grade students were taken through the process of differentiating assignments using four ways differentiation can take place: variety, choice, relevance, and centers.
A Comprehensive Approach To Using Primary Sources In Elementary Curriculum Development, Michelle Raelynn Nelson
A Comprehensive Approach To Using Primary Sources In Elementary Curriculum Development, Michelle Raelynn Nelson
Theses Digitization Project
A teacher resource packet was created that teachers can use at the third through sixth grade levels to effectively implement the use of primary sources into their existing curriculum to promote greater historical understanding, imagination, emapthy and critical thinking. This project is intended to change teacher behaviors of teaching using an archival view of history to one that applies critical thinking and promotes in-depth student understanding of historical events.
An Integrative And Holistic Approach To Implementing Curriculum For A School Garden, Elizabeth Janette Newmeyer
An Integrative And Holistic Approach To Implementing Curriculum For A School Garden, Elizabeth Janette Newmeyer
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of the project was to develop a curriculum guide that would allow teachers to effectively and efficiently utilize a school garden to teach the required standards while promoting peace among the students. To develop this a thorough review of literature in the following areas was used: school gardening, peace curriculum, and curriculum design.
Perceptions Of A Culturally Sensitive Hiv/Aids Curriculum, Yolanda Vivian Mouton
Perceptions Of A Culturally Sensitive Hiv/Aids Curriculum, Yolanda Vivian Mouton
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of the study was to explore to what degree culturally sensitive HIV/AIDS curriculum and materials were perceived as important by African-American students. Students selected for the research (N=121) were from a high school in San Bernardino, California, an area that represents a multiethnic population. Frequency descriptions and bivariate corrrelations were conducted to analyze the data. Trends found in this study indicated African-Americans did not perceive cultural sensitivity as an important aspect of HIV/AIDS education, and correlations between the Multigroup Ethnic Identity Measure (MEIM) score of African-Americans and their perceptions of the need for culturally sensitive HIV/AIDS education materials …
Elementary Education Curriculum Reform: Integration Of The Basic Content Areas, Karen Hartsuff Zak
Elementary Education Curriculum Reform: Integration Of The Basic Content Areas, Karen Hartsuff Zak
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study will present research validating the contention that the basics that were eliminated to adopt these limiting curriculums, must be put back into the curriculum, not merely for a well-rounded greatly needed educational background for children to acquire, but also because all of these basic study areas of science, social studies, the arts, health and music are intricately associated and help each of the other doctrines.
Using Music To Create Effective Curriculum For English Language Development, Steven John Schulz
Using Music To Create Effective Curriculum For English Language Development, Steven John Schulz
Theses Digitization Project
Research supporting the viability of music to promote language and literacy development as well as the theory of multiple intelligences suggests that any sound educational program employ a multifaceted approach to teaching and learning. This project created a thematically based multiple intelligence curriculum for first grade English language learners that emphasized the use of song.
College-Level Reading And Writing: Considering Curriculum From A Postmodern Perspective, Brenda Jean Littleton
College-Level Reading And Writing: Considering Curriculum From A Postmodern Perspective, Brenda Jean Littleton
Theses Digitization Project
This project presents qualitative investigations into the relation of science systems to education systems, and suggests post modern constructs as models of systemic change, with application toward reading and writing literacy for the college-level adult learning.
Why Are Those Computers Sitting Over There Gathering Dust, Bradford Ralph Austin
Why Are Those Computers Sitting Over There Gathering Dust, Bradford Ralph Austin
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to create electronic books (E-books) for kindergartens to read during their center time. The E-books are intended for kindergarten teachers to use to help their students learn to read while utilizing the technology resources in their classroom. These E-books are teacher created so the cost is minimal and they can be copied and distributed to each student without worrying about copyright laws. Teachers can customize them to fit the current thematic unit they are teaching and once created, they can be used repeadedly without being damaged like paper books.
Embodied Knowing And Effective Communication In The Development Of A Choreography Curriculum, Michele Lynn Jenkins
Embodied Knowing And Effective Communication In The Development Of A Choreography Curriculum, Michele Lynn Jenkins
Theses Digitization Project
Develops a choreography course curriculum to be implemented and evaluated for inclusion in the Chaffey College (a community college in San Bernardino County, California) dance program. Identifies and evaluates four core developmental areas of a well-designed choreography class: (1) communicative skill development through dance composition; (2) group problem-solving creative work; (3) integration of other arts with dance; and, (4) critical evaluation skills.
A Comprehensive Curriculum On How To Teach The Alphabet To Bilingual Kindergarteners, Raquel Mendoza Cabral
A Comprehensive Curriculum On How To Teach The Alphabet To Bilingual Kindergarteners, Raquel Mendoza Cabral
Theses Digitization Project
There are numerous methods teachers use to teach the alphabet to children. This thesis is a curriculum on how to teach the alphabet to English learners and English speakers. The author teaches kindergarten to students who are English speakers and to students who are Spanish speakers learning English as a second language. The school's instructional Reading Based Program (the Houghton Mifflin Lectura of California) offers many ideas and strategies but is missing some components necessary to meet distinct standards for kindergarten. The author developed this curriculum to meet the standards of teaching English speakers and English learners the alphabet to …
Combating Social Differences Within Institutions: The Need For A Curriculum Based On Social Awareness In Our Schools, Robert Abrams
Combating Social Differences Within Institutions: The Need For A Curriculum Based On Social Awareness In Our Schools, Robert Abrams
Theses Digitization Project
To combat social, economic and racial inequality in the United States, the author advocates for 'social awareness' education to be built into the curriculum of the public school system. The purpose of the curriculum is to create a society that respects people and recognizes each individual's worth regardless of gender, socio-economic status, race, ethnicity, age, cultural confines, or religious beliefs. The author suggests a course of action on how to institute a social awareness course into the public school curriculum.
The Development Of A Computer Literacy Curriculum For California Charter Schools, Barbara Ann Mobarak
The Development Of A Computer Literacy Curriculum For California Charter Schools, Barbara Ann Mobarak
Theses Digitization Project
To develop leaders for the 21st century, schools must be able to prepare students to meet the high academic, technical and workforce challenges. Charter schools are increasingly attempting to meet these challenges by educating students through innovative means and by creating effectual educational programs that are more conducive to the needs of the student. This document provides a computer literacy curriculum, which will facilitate student learning of computer literacy skills.
The Effect Of A Standards-Based Thematically Integrated Children's Literature Supported Language Arts And Social Studies Curriculum On Student Enjoyment Of Social Studies At The Fifth Grade Level, Cambria Maria Ortega
The Effect Of A Standards-Based Thematically Integrated Children's Literature Supported Language Arts And Social Studies Curriculum On Student Enjoyment Of Social Studies At The Fifth Grade Level, Cambria Maria Ortega
Theses Digitization Project
This thesis will attempt to evaluate the effect of a standards-based thematically integrated language arts and social studies curriculum using children's literature as the catalyst for the delivery of the subject matter.
Technology Staff Development: Is It Effectively Designed To Increase Classroom Use Of Technology?, Susan Ellen Holliday
Technology Staff Development: Is It Effectively Designed To Increase Classroom Use Of Technology?, Susan Ellen Holliday
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to examine the current staff development training program's impact on the integration of technology into the teacher/participants' classroom. This thesis evaluates whether or not training practices were being transitioned to the classroom, which practices need to be added to the training program to increase the implementation of technology into the classrom.
The Development, Design, And Theory Of Educational Interactive Multimedia Software, William James Chapman
The Development, Design, And Theory Of Educational Interactive Multimedia Software, William James Chapman
Theses Digitization Project
This project provides teachers and students with background information regarding software design. Specifically it will focus on design theory including content, interface, graphics, animation, navigation, and audio issues which may arise during the design and construction of educational multimedia software. The design issues represented here are demonstrated in the software "You can make a difference ... Human Rights".
Web Page Design Class Curriculum For The Secondary Level, Corey Lamoin Knowlton
Web Page Design Class Curriculum For The Secondary Level, Corey Lamoin Knowlton
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to create and implement a web page design curriculum for the secondary level.
Teachers' Handbook For Implementing Learning Styles Through Multiple Intelligences, Diedreann Estrada Silva
Teachers' Handbook For Implementing Learning Styles Through Multiple Intelligences, Diedreann Estrada Silva
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to provide teachers with different teaching assessement, tools, approaches, and strategies. The context of this problem was to address the need to develop a teacher handbook proposal entitled Teachers' Handbook For Implementing Learning Styles Through the Multiple Intelligences.
Gender Issues, Core Curriculum, And Statewide Content Standards, Scott Douglas Godwin
Gender Issues, Core Curriculum, And Statewide Content Standards, Scott Douglas Godwin
Theses Digitization Project
This project is a discussion of the continuing need to address gender issues while teaching core curriculum in English classes at the secondary level.
Automotive Electrical/Electronics Unit Plans For Fontana High School, Ray Franklin Brinkle
Automotive Electrical/Electronics Unit Plans For Fontana High School, Ray Franklin Brinkle
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to develop two-semester unit plans for the auto electronics course in the automotive technology program at Fontana High School.
An Effective Educational Development Curriculum For Mexican-American High School Students, Adam Castro
An Effective Educational Development Curriculum For Mexican-American High School Students, Adam Castro
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to design a year long course curriculum in educational development. The curriculum will serve the educational needs of many Mexican-American high school students who academically need it.
Using Guided Imagery As An Instructional Strategy For Developing Creativity, Learning And Relaxation With First Grade Students, Jennifer Lynn Kilpatrick
Using Guided Imagery As An Instructional Strategy For Developing Creativity, Learning And Relaxation With First Grade Students, Jennifer Lynn Kilpatrick
Theses Digitization Project
This project examines the theories of guided imagery as a basis for a teaching strategy for developing a student's creativity, promoting learning by increasing concentration techniques and relaxing students. This study discusses how one first grade teacher used guided imagery with her students. The strategy was first used as a morning practice and later incorporated into the language arts program. The topics addressed in this project include: (a) What is guidedimagery? (b) How can guided imagery be applied within a classroom setting? and (c) What guided imagery exercises are appropriate for first grade students? The project concludes that guided imagery …
Comprehending Through Metacognition: A Teacher Resource Guide For Grades Four Through High School, Peggy Sue Becker
Comprehending Through Metacognition: A Teacher Resource Guide For Grades Four Through High School, Peggy Sue Becker
Theses Digitization Project
The project section is divided into two parts. Part one contains lesson plans that focus on the process of comprehending and part two contains lesson plans that focus on the product of comprehension. Both parts provide the reader with valuable strategies that address the needs of struggline readers in reading comprehension.
Teacher Beliefs About The Teaching And Learning Of Science, Jamie Michelle Angulo
Teacher Beliefs About The Teaching And Learning Of Science, Jamie Michelle Angulo
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Literacy Instruction In The All-Day Kindergarten Program, Lannette Christine Celaya
Literacy Instruction In The All-Day Kindergarten Program, Lannette Christine Celaya
Theses Digitization Project
This project begins by looking at kindergarten from a historical perspective. It reviews research relating to all-day kindergarten and half-day kindergarten programs. It demonstrates that increased instructional time is beneficial especially for those low-achieving or disadvantaged students.
Critical Thinking: Integration Into The Middle School Literature Classroom, Julia Denise Mook
Critical Thinking: Integration Into The Middle School Literature Classroom, Julia Denise Mook
Theses Digitization Project
The pendulum of educators' interests often swings back and forth. In the current climate of high stakes assessment, there appears to be a greater emphasis placed on literal recall of information when reading. While in the short term, this may benefit score reports, there is a concern that higher order thinking skills, such as analysis, will fall by the wayside. In so doing, there may be long term effects on the citizenry of this country. A lack of shared experiences, paired with little or no opportunity to discuss and discern, could lead to an inability to participate in and manage …
Integrating The Fine Arts Into A Niddle School Classroom, Kerry Ellen Herr
Integrating The Fine Arts Into A Niddle School Classroom, Kerry Ellen Herr
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Integrating The New California State Science Standards With Successful Middle School Curriculum Methodologies, Mary Catherine Ahearn, Kathleen Ryan Been, Paula Reynolds
Integrating The New California State Science Standards With Successful Middle School Curriculum Methodologies, Mary Catherine Ahearn, Kathleen Ryan Been, Paula Reynolds
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Integrating Literature And California History In Fourth Grade Social Studies, Kristen Gayle Duffett
Integrating Literature And California History In Fourth Grade Social Studies, Kristen Gayle Duffett
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.